Nursery Practitioner

Great Barr; Sandwell; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

40 hours per week

Immediate start

Two rooms (Toddlers & Tweenies)

Supportive nursery environment

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Great Barr nursery is seeking two Room Leader positions for enthusiastic Early Years professionals. This permanent, full-time role lets you lead your own room, shape children's development, and join a supportive team.

You'll plan engaging activities in line with the EYFS, supervise a team of practitioners, and ensure safeguarding and high standards. Immediate start is available, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework.
• Experience supporting children’s learning and development.
• Excellent leadership and organisational skills.
• Confident in supervising a team of practitioners.
• Safeguarding and child protection understanding.
• Ability to plan creative, age-appropriate activities.
• Caring, enthusiastic and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the daily running of the Toddlers or Tweenies Room.
• Support, motivate, and guide a team of Early Years Practitioners.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities in line with EYFS.
• Create a safe, stimulating, inclusive learning environment.
• Support children's communication, independence and social development.
• Complete observations, assessments and developmental records.
• Maintain staffing ratios and high standards of care.
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers.
• Support individual learning needs and milestones.
• Maintain safeguarding, health and safety standards.
• Encourage teamwork and support professional development of colleagues.

Skills

Leadership

EYFS knowledge

Communication

Team supervision

Organisational skills

Child development

Education

Level 3 Early Years/Childcare

Paediatric First Aid

Level 2 Food Hygiene

Job description

There are two exciting Room Leader opportunities for enthusiastic Early Years professionals to join a welcoming and nurturing nursery in Great Barr.

Take the next step in your childcare career with a permanent, full-time position where you can develop your leadership skills, create meaningful learning experiences for children, and be part of a supportive team.

You'll have the opportunity to lead your own room, make a genuine impact on children's development, and benefit from professional growth and a positive workplace culture., As an experienced Nursery Practitioner taking on Room Leader responsibilities, you will oversee the daily organisation and running of your designated room, ensuring children receive high-quality care, education, and support.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and managing the daily running of the Toddlers or Tweenies Room
• Supporting, motivating, and guiding a team of Early Years Practitioners
• Planning and delivering engaging activities in line with the EYFS framework
• Creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment
• Supporting children's communication, independence, and social development
• Completing observations, assessments, and developmental records
• Ensuring appropriate staffing ratios and maintaining high standards of care
• Building positive relationships with parents and carers
• Supporting children's individual learning needs and developmental milestones
• Maintaining excellent safeguarding, health and safety standards
• Encouraging teamwork and supporting professional development of colleagues

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare
• Previous Room Leader experience within a nursery setting
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the EYFS framework
• Experience supporting children's learning and development
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Confident in supervising and supporting a team of practitioners
• Good understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Ability to plan creative, engaging, and age-appropriate activities
• A caring, enthusiastic, and proactive approach

Desirable:

• Experience working with toddlers or younger nursery-aged children
• Paediatric First Aid qualification
• Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification or willingness to obtain it
• Experience mentoring and developing Early Years staff

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced Early Years professionals to take ownership of their own rooms within a supportive nursery environment. Whether your background is with younger children or toddlers, you'll enjoy leading a team and helping to deliver outstanding Early Years education.

If you are a qualified and experienced Nursery Practitioner with previous Room Leader experience, this role could be your next career step.

All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and must have the right to work in the UK. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children

• £13.03 per hour
• Permanent, full-time employment - 40 hours per week
• Two opportunities available - Toddlers and Tweenies rooms
• Opportunity to lead and develop your own Early Years room
• Supportive and welcoming nursery environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Creative, child-centred approach to learning
• Some flexibility with working hours depending on nursery requirements
• Immediate start available